Stardance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater

12”

 

(305 mm)

 

Max. Length

Sleeve

 

#8 Sheet

 

Metal Screws

Firestop

 

 

ZCS103

Fig. 24 Assemble the wall sleeve and firestop.

 

including a 2” overlap at the joint. (Fig. 25) use a hacksaw or tin snips to trim the pipe as needed.

5.Install first the inner then the outer straight pipe section(s), trimmed end down, to the point of the el- bow. Drill 3 holes through each joint and fasten with sheet metal screws.

X

ST215

Fig. 26 Measure the horizontal length.

sheet metal screws. Slide the trim collar up against the wall plate to cover the screws. (Fig. 27)

10.For both CFM and DuraVent Systems: Install the vent terminal. (Fig. 28) Apply high temperature sealant one inch from the ends of the inner and outer collars. Guide the inner and outer vent termination collars into the adjacent pipes. Double check that the vent pipes overlap the collars by 2”. Fasten the termination to the wall with the screws provided, and caulk the joint with weatherproof sealant.

11.For CFM only: Install Charcoal Gray Pipe Rings (#7FSDRG) or Polished Brass Pipe Rings (#7FS- DRP) at pipe joints, if desired.

X

Wall

Sleeve

ST216

Trim Collar

Wall Plate

ST214a

Fig. 25 Determine the vertical pipe length.

6.Seal and install the elbow using 3 sheet metal screws at each joint.

7.Measure, and cut if needed, the appropriate length of pipe section needed to make the connection through the wall. Include a 2” overlap; i.e. from the elbow

to the outside wall face, about 2” or the distance required if installing a second 90° elbow. (Fig. 26)

8.Slip the wall plate and trim collar over the interior end of the horizontal pipe and install into the wall sleeve. Seal the joint inside the wall plate if needed to keep cold air from being drawn into the home.

9.Seal the ends and connect the horizontal pipe to the elbow. Fasten the wall plate to the pipe with three

Fig. 27 Install the horizontal pipe and wall plate parts.

Seal Both Ter- minal Ends

Caulk Plate Joint with

 

Weatherproof Sealant

ST217

 

Fig. 28 Install the vent terminal.

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SDDVT specifications

Vermont Casting's SDDVT, or the Signature Series Direct Vent Technology, represents a remarkable blend of design, efficiency, and functionality in the world of high-performance heating appliances. Known for its commitment to craftsmanship, Vermont Casting has long been synonymous with quality, and the SDDVT is no exception.

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